Peter George Supports Rapid Transit

In a letter to Mayor Fred Eisenberger and Council, McMaster University President Peter George has expressed support for the city's rapid transit initiative.

He writes:

I wish to express my support for exploring light rail transit (LRT) along with other rapid transit alternatives, and trust that Hamilton's preferred rapid transit choice will be based on full analysis of the relative strengths and weaknesses of these options.

He adds that McMaster University is "aware of both the ongoing discussions and the various draft plans that
are being considered" and "is taking steps to ensure it
is informed on this issue."

He notes the benefit of "a rapid transit connection between the Central Campus, the McMaster Innovation Park, the McMaster Downtown Centre, and the proposed Downtown Family Health Centre that provides comfortable, fast and efficient service."

Hamilton Light Rail is encouraged to see McMaster University taking an active interest in such an important initiative for the city's long-term health.

Featured Statement

I have lived in this wonderful City my entire life, and could not be a more proud Hamiltonian. But I am afraid.

We, as a city and a community, have come so far. We are continually surprising the naysayers, we have achieved so much. But I fear that the impacts of losing out on this LRT opportunity will be so severe, we may not be able to bounce back again.

Now, I don't for a moment believe that we are defined by the LRT. But I know in my heart of hearts that we cannot afford to squander this opportunity. We deserve to see our vibrant neighbourhoods continue to be enhanced and revitalized.

I'm no expert on the matter. I can't regurgitate statistics or reference studies to prove a point. But I do know that with the LRT our community has the potential to see so many positive outcomes that we may not see otherwise.

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